Aristocrats (2021)

Other name: あのこは貴族, Anoko Wa Kizoku, Ano Ko wa Kizoku, That Kid Is Noble, Tokyo Noble Girl

Description:

"Aristocrats" delves into the interwoven lives of two women navigating modern Tokyo. Hanako Haibara, a Tokyo native from an affluent background, finds herself in her late twenties, seeking a suitable husband through blind dates after a recent breakup. Her world is one of inherited privilege and societal expectations. In stark contrast, Miki Tokioka, who moved to the city from a province, built her life through sheer determination, overcoming financial hardship to attend a prestigious university. Now a professional in the IT sector, Miki embodies self-made success. Their vastly different realities converge when a shared connection to a man brings them face to face. This poignant drama explores class distinctions, personal ambition, and the complex journey of women seeking purpose and partnership in a demanding urban landscape.

Director: Sode Yukiko [岨手由貴子]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre:Drama; Novel